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Old 03-18-2016, 12:54 PM
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A Couple New Mouse Hawks

These are from my Mouse Hawk Series, blade lengths aprox., 5 inches, edge widths aprox., 3inches with 15 inch handles . It's been a while since I've made any, so I thought I'd post a couple pix.

Both are forged from 1-1/4 by 1/4 inch 5160, with double fag welded blades and forged brazed with bronze at the eye for extra strength. Handles are ebonized maple.





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Old 03-18-2016, 08:33 PM
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Nice tomahawks, love the handle shafts. Ebonized maple? Never seen it.
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Old 03-19-2016, 12:50 PM
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Here's an article that talks about it. The author uses tea to add tannins, but I used a solution made from pecan shells and water.

http://www.wwgoa.com/article/ebonizing-wood/


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Old 03-22-2016, 04:51 PM
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Thank You for your response.

That was quite informative, especially with the price of ebony. I will definitely try this on some wood projects a neighbor does. I'm fond of walnut so I'll give it a try.
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Old 03-31-2016, 08:41 PM
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good stuff Tai!!


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